me llamo Autumn
/me ʝamo autumn/from spelling rules
The English phrase "my name is autumn" is expressed in Spanish as me llamo Autumn.
This phrase is used to introduce yourself by stating your name.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase me llamo literally translates to "I call myself".
Which one should you use?
While the phrase Mi nombre es Autumn is grammatically correct, the form me llamo Autumn is the much more natural and common way to introduce yourself in Spanish.
How do you pronounce it?
/me ʝamo autumn/
Did you know?
- Spanish speakers often follow me llamo with a handshake or a light kiss on the cheek, depending on the country and gender of the people meeting.
- The verb llamar is used for both naming oneself and calling someone on the phone, meaning me llamo can literally sound like 'I am calling myself' to a new learner.
- The Spanish language has several words for 'name', such as nombre for a personal name and apellido specifically for a family surname.
Examples in context
- Hola, me llamo Autumn.Hello, my name is Autumn.
- Mucho gusto, me llamo Autumn.Nice to meet you, my name is Autumn.
- Disculpe, me llamo Autumn y busco la oficina.Excuse me, my name is Autumn and I am looking for the office.
Example conversation
Two people meet for the first time at a party.
- JavierHola, yo soy Javier. ¿Y tú?Hi, I am Javier. And you?
- LucíaHola, Javier. Me llamo Autumn.Hi, Javier. My name is Autumn.
- JavierEs un placer conocerte, Autumn.It is a pleasure to meet you, Autumn.
- LucíaIgualmente, Javier.Likewise, Javier.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
